Pets Are Constant Companion
Boredom and loneliness are inevitable for your child. If you have a single child, this is more likely to happen. A pet can be a companion for your child and help you to stay calm.
Pets can also match the excitement and energy of children. An adult human can’t match the enthusiasm and energy a pet dog has. Your child can be kept busy by a pet. Your child can have a constant playmate with the pet without becoming bored.
Increase Activity Levels for Your Child
There are many reasons why your child may become less active in today’s age of tabloids and smart-phones. A recent study found that children who have a dog spend eleven minutes more exercising than those without a dog.
Although eleven minutes may sound like a lot, when you consider the number of weeks and months, you can see the benefits. Your child will be able to exercise more if he/she has a pet dog.
Grows responsibility
Children who have pets are more responsible than their peers. This keeps them aware of whether or not the cat or dog got enough food. They are also more likely to share than other children.
Children learn to take responsibility for others. They learn to be responsible adults and become more responsible. They quickly learn how pets depend on humans and develop an attachment.
They are more empathic
Your children will also learn empathy and kindness from their pets. Children who don’t have pets are more likely to be cruel and obnoxious towards animals than those with them. Children who have pets such as dogs and cats tend to be more compassionate towards others.
Pet owners are held accountable for their pet’s welfare and self-esteem. Children who have a pet grow up to be more reliable adults than those who don’t. They learn to track their own routines by keeping an eye on their pet’s grooming and feeding habits.
They are healthier
Research has shown that pets can have certain health benefits. Babies raised close to their pets are less likely to get sick than those who don’t. Some microbes are carried by pets, particularly dogs, into your home. These microbes can help improve your baby’s immunity.
Your child’s dopamine hormone can be released through interaction with pets. This makes them happier than others.
